fake it
Example Sentences
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But when he downloaded a beta test version of a game called "MetaToy" that turned out to be fake, it installed malware on his browser.
From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026
Silicon Valley’s startup model encourages “a fake it until you make it” strategy: Pretend to be successful to attract the coders, venture capitalists and customers that bring actual success.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 23, 2025
Johnson learned how to fake it in the ring so he could make it in Hollywood, but none of his films have ever called for him to be so multidimensional.
From Salon • Oct. 4, 2025
"If you're going to fake it, just fake it to the end," says Ms Tang.
From BBC • Aug. 10, 2025
I had to fake it at the funeral.
From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson
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